Plains Springparsley (Cymopterus acaulis)

Family: Apiaceae or Umbelliferae | Edibility: Choice Edible (4/5)

Cymopterus acaulis is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.1 m (0ft 4in). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Shoots, Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

pleasant taste. — Root - raw or cooked.; A pleasant taste.; The young roots in spring are the best, but roots can also be eaten at other times of the year.; Only the young roots should be used.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry flats and hillsides, on plains and in valleys. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)